strictness

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He added that the law's strictness meant, if caught, traffickers could go to prison for a "long time" and have their vehicles confiscated.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2023

The schools, which are typically single-sex, also vary in standards, strictness, the number of days and hours they’re open as well as the fees they charge.

From Reuters • Feb. 16, 2023

Carried out with varying degrees of strictness and workarounds, the directives prohibit medical aid in dying, abortion, some types of fertility treatments and contraception, including tubal ligations and vasectomies.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2023

But Los Angeles’ rules are rare both for their strictness and how long they’ve lasted.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2022

She’s known for her temper and impatience and strictness, which make her students cautiously friendly with her.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau